2000 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 57 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Ulysse | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ulysse | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |