2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal 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 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 19 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 204 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Ulysse | Regal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
