2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Ulysse and 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 552 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ulysse | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 2335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
