2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 6 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 134 kg more than 2010 Kia Magentis.
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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Ulysse | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Ulysse | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
