1999 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. Both 1999 Fiat Ulysse and 1998 Renault Safrane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Ulysse | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ulysse | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
