2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Buick Park Avenue.
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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Ulysse | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Fiat | Buick |
Model | Ulysse | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |