2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Fiat Ulysse were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 382 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1401 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |