2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2009 BMW Z4 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 Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Because 2009 BMW Z4 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 Z4. 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 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
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2009 BMW Z4 | 2009 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Z4 | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |