2008 Honda Fit vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 557 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiat Ulysse (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Fit | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
