2008 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2008 BMW 335 and 2008 Fiat Ulysse were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Because 2008 BMW 335 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 2008 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 335 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. 2008 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 335 | 2008 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 335 | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |