2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2004 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 392 kg more than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (84 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Ulysse | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ulysse | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |