2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Ulysse and 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. 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 Fiat Ulysse (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ulysse | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 110 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
