1997 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 250 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 (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Ulysse | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Focus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
