2001 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

To start off, both 2001 Fiat Ulysse and 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 790 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Fiat Ulysse 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Make Fiat Rolls-Royce
Model Ulysse Silver Seraph
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 5377 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 122 HP 318 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 489 Nm
Torque RPM 2650 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 2300 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3070 mm


 

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