2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Ulysse and 2008 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 603 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6. 2008 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Ulysse | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |