1999 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Ulysse | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ulysse | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
