2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 98 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Ulysse | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
