2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 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 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 33 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 507 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (84 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Ulysse | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Ulysse | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
