2000 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Ulysse (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 797 kg more than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Ulysse | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ulysse | Touran |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |