2006 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2009 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2006 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan X-Trail | 2009 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | X-Trail | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
