2009 Brilliance BS6 vs. 1996 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS6 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (119 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Brilliance BS6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 170 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS6 | 1996 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Brilliance | Fiat |
| Model | BS6 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
