2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 76 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70.
Because 2004 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ulysse | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
