2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2010 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 123 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2010 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Nitro | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
