2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz E and 2009 Fiat Ulysse were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Fiat |
Model | E | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |