2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 216 kg more than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Ulysse | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ulysse | Quest |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
