2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 458 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ulysse | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
