2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse

To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 303 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.

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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alfa Romeo GT 2012 Fiat Ulysse
Make Alfa Romeo Fiat
Model GT Ulysse
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.7 seconds 12.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1788 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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