2012 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 137 kg more than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Ulysse | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Ulysse | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
