2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Ulysse and 2009 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 833 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. 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 (314 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (145 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ulysse | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
