2004 Volvo V50 vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 306 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50.
Because 2004 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo V50 | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | V50 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
