2009 Audi R8 vs. 1996 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (119 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1996 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | R8 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
