2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2008 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. 2008 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2008 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Magnum | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
