2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 23 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Ulysse | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
