2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Ulysse and 2006 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 921 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Ulysse | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |