2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
