2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1998 Volvo S70
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Volvo S70.
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, 1998 Volvo S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ulysse | 1998 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ulysse | S70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
