2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2009 Fiat Ulysse (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ulysse | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
