2011 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 197 kg more than 2012 Audi A4.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. 2011 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Ulysse | A4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |