2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
