1999 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
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, 2004 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Ulysse | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ulysse | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
