2000 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 12 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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Ulysse | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
