2010 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 178 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4. 2012 Toyota RAV4 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. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ulysse | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
