2004 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2004 BMW 120 and 2004 Fiat Ulysse were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 120 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 351 kg more than 2004 BMW 120.
Because 2004 BMW 120 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 2004 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 120 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 2004 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 120 | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |