2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Scenic (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 243 kg more than 2005 Renault Scenic.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ulysse | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
