2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Ulysse and 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 996 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion 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 Smart Cabrio Passion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Ulysse | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |
