2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 4 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 547 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (289 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Ulysse | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ulysse | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
