2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando 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. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ulysse | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
