2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 458 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ulysse | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
