2012 Nissan Altima vs. 2007 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 208 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Altima | 2007 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Altima | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
