2007 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 174 kg more than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Ulysse | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
