2006 Volvo S60 vs. 2005 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (129 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60.
Because 2006 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S60 | 2005 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | S60 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
