2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 185 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.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. 2012 Infiniti M 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. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | Ulysse | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |