2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 758 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Jimny 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 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. 2004 Suzuki Jimny 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. 2004 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Ulysse | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2260 mm |