2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Idea 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 633 kg more than 2008 Fiat Idea. 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, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Idea | 2008 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Idea | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |