1998 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1998 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Ulysse | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
