2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, both 2005 Fiat Ulysse and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 126 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 353 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.

Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Fiat Ulysse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (177 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Ulysse 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Fiat Suzuki
Model Ulysse Grand Vitara
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 126 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 177 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 177 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1783 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 66 L


 

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