2001 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1851 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 280 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.
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 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Ulysse | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ulysse | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2919 mm |
