2001 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. 2006 Seat Leon 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. 2006 Seat Leon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Ulysse | Leon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
