2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 478 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |