2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Cerato (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 538 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato.
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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Ulysse | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
