2012 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 36 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Ulysse | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ulysse | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
