2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 100 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Fiat Ulysse | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Ulysse | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2178 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |