2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 780 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2005 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
