2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Fiat Ulysse (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Civic | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
