2005 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 516 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2010 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Focus | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
