2011 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 Volvo V70.
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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. 2010 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Ulysse | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ulysse | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
