2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Fiat Ulysse

To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 578 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, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Fiat Grande Punto 2008 Fiat Ulysse
Make Fiat Fiat
Model Grande Punto Ulysse
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.6:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 175 km/hour 182 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 12.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1205 kg 1783 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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