2011 Renault Trafic vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Trafic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Trafic.
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, 2011 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. 2012 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Trafic 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:
| 2011 Renault Trafic | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Trafic | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
