2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 71 kg more than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ulysse | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
