2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Ulysse and 2005 Opel Speedster were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 731 kg more than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Because 2005 Opel Speedster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Speedster. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ulysse | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |
