2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac STS 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 132 kg more than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS 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 Cadillac STS 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 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2007 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | STS | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
