2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ulysse | Pilot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |