2006 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2006 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2000 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 530 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
