2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercury Mariner 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 48 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Mercury Mariner. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Ulysse | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
