1999 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Ulysse and 1999 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 471 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort.
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, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (255 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 1999 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort. 1999 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Ulysse | 1999 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
