2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 5 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 62 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 2011 Holden Captiva 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, 2011 Holden Captiva 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, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva. 2011 Holden Captiva has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Ulysse | Captiva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |