2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Ulysse and 2005 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 577 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 2005 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Ulysse | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
