2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 376 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ulysse | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |