2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Because 2005 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 2008 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Charger | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |