2010 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 524 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2012 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Civic | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4458 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1397 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |