2001 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 10 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Ulysse | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ulysse | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
