2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane.
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, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ulysse | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
