2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 391 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna.
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 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ulysse | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
