2007 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 708 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. 2006 Honda Pilot 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. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ulysse | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
