2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Ulysse and 2008 Maybach 62 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1072 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Maybach 62 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 2008 Maybach 62. 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, 2008 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. 2008 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Fiat | Maybach |
Model | Ulysse | 62 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 2855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |