2009 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 Volvo V50.
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 Volvo V50 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo V50 | 2010 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | V50 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
