2001 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ 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, 2001 Fiat Ulysse (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 650 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Fiat Ulysse (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Ulysse | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ulysse | iQ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2000 mm |
