2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Volvo C70.
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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ulysse | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
