2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Ulysse and 2005 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 738 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. 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 (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Ulysse | Micra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |