2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 283 kg more than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V 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, 2001 Honda CR-V 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 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ulysse | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
