2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Fiat Ulysse

To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.

Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Forester 2010 Fiat Ulysse
Make Subaru Fiat
Model Forester Ulysse
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.6 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 13.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1461 kg 1736 kg
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L


 

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