2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 318 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
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 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ulysse | Contour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |