2009 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2008 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 662 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.
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 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Touran | 2008 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
Model | Touran | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |