2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
