1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 553 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. 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, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2006 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
