2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. 2012 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 2000 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2000 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Skoda | Fiat |
Model | Octavia | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |