2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Ulysse and 2009 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Ulysse | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |
