2001 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 765 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 2008 Nissan Patrol 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Ulysse | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ulysse | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
