2012 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 68 kg more than 2011 BMW 525.
Because 2011 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. 2011 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Ulysse | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Ulysse | 525 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
