2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Ulysse and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (517 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ulysse | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 517 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |