2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 517 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Colorado | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |