1996 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (119 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
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, 2000 Ford Focus (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Ulysse | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Focus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
