2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 Fiat Ulysse were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
Because 2009 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. 2009 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 120 | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |