2001 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 6 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 30 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 2007 Volvo S40 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, 2007 Volvo S40 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Ulysse | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ulysse | S40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
