2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ulysse | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |