2009 Audi R8 vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 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 312 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 841 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | R8 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
