2000 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 431 kg more than 1997 Acura EL.
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, 2000 Fiat Ulysse (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Ulysse | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Ulysse | EL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
