2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Fiat Ulysse were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 43 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | X3 | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |