2006 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 3,001 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 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, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2000 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
