2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Ulysse and 2008 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 892 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. 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 (285 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (145 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ulysse | Punto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
