2000 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Ulysse | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ulysse | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 344 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
