2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 152 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (84 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Ulysse | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Ulysse | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
