2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 5 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 88 kg more than 2013 Acura RDX.
Because 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX 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, 2013 Acura RDX (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Ulysse | RDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
