2010 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 749 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Ulysse | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Ulysse | Ram |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
