2000 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Beetle | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
