2001 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 9 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 800 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 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Ulysse | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ulysse | T5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
