2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Ulysse and 2006 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 58 kg more than 2006 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ulysse | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1779 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |