1998 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. (150 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Ulysse | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Ulysse | A8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2992 mm |
