2005 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Lexus LS.
Because 2005 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus LS | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Lexus | Fiat |
Model | LS | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 418 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |