1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 9 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Venture | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |