1999 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 7 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Ulysse.
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 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ulysse | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
