2012 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 237 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Ulysse | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ulysse | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
