2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS 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 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 72 kg more than 2006 Lexus GS.
Because 2006 Lexus GS 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 2006 Lexus GS. 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, 2006 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (84 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Ulysse | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |
