2011 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Fiat Ulysse | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ulysse | Viano |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |