2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2003 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2005 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 526 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.

Because 2003 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. 2003 GMC Yukon 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. 2003 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Fiat Ulysse 2003 GMC Yukon
Make Fiat GMC
Model Ulysse Yukon
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 4820 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1736 kg 2262 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2950 mm