1999 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 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), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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 Fiat Ulysse (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (203 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ulysse | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
