2007 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Ulysse and 2007 Jaguar XJ8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 144 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ8 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 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 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. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Ulysse | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | Ulysse | XJ8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |