2000 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2005 Ford Galaxy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. Both 2000 Fiat Ulysse and 2005 Ford Galaxy are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Ulysse (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
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, 2005 Ford Galaxy (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
