2007 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2000 Lada Samara
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 793 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara. 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 Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ulysse | 2000 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Ulysse | Samara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
