2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ulysse | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
