2000 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 346 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Volkswagen Jetta (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ulysse | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
