2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 2008 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Caravan | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |