2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2000 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Ulysse (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiat Grande Punto (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2000 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grande Punto | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
