2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. 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, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (305 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Grand Caravan | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |