2001 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Ulysse (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 720 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life 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, 1997 Honda Life 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, 2001 Fiat Ulysse (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1997 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Ulysse | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ulysse | Life |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |