2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 8 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 184 kg more than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Because 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Ulysse | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
