2007 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. 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 1 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ulysse | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ulysse | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
