2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Ulysse and 2006 Volvo S40 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, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 352 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40.
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 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Ulysse | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |