2006 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2006 BMW 730 and 2006 Fiat Ulysse were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. 2006 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW 730 | 2006 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 730 | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |