2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Honda Accord

To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 223 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.

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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Ulysse 2012 Honda Accord
Make Fiat Honda
Model Ulysse Accord
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2944 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 344 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1837 kg 1614 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1847 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2799 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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