2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 126 kg more than 2006 Ford E-150.
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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (84 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
