2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 338 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ulysse | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
