2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 576 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Ulysse | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Ulysse | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |