2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 456 kg more than 2005 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C4 | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |