2000 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Rover 45.
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, 2004 Rover 45 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. 2004 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Ulysse | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Ulysse | 45 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
