2010 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (129 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 492 kg more than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Acadia | 2005 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | GMC | Fiat |
| Model | Acadia | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
