2011 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 444 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2006 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Civic | 2006 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1201 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |