2001 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2001 BMW 320 and 2001 Fiat Ulysse were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2001 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 320 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
