2002 Honda Vamos 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 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 828 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos 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 Honda Vamos. 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, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2010 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2010 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Vamos | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
