2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 322 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. 2012 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Kia | Fiat |
Model | Sorento | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |