2001 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 129 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 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Ulysse | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ulysse | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
