2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Ulysse and 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 209 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Ulysse | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ulysse | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |