2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 208 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ulysse | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
