2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2002 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Guara | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
