2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 157 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (84 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Ulysse | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |