2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Dodge Durango | 1997 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Durango | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |