2010 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 432 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Ulysse | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ulysse | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
