1998 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Ulysse | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ulysse | F-250 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3490 mm |