2007 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Ulysse and 2007 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 457 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3. 2007 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ulysse | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ulysse | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
