2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Ulysse and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (198 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 358 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Ulysse | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |