2009 BMW 128 vs. 2009 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2009 BMW 128 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 BMW 128.
Because 2009 BMW 128 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 128. 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 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 128 | 2009 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 128 | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |