2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 182 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ulysse | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
