2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Fiat Ulysse.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Ulysse | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Ulysse | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |