2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 81 kg more than 2012 BMW M3.
Because 2012 BMW M3 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 2012 BMW M3. 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse.
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2009 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 BMW M3 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Ulysse | M3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1424 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |