2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 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 195 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux.

Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2007 Toyota Hilux. 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 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Fiat Ulysse 2007 Toyota Hilux
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Ulysse Hilux
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 185 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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