2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Ulysse and 2006 Ford Ikon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 68 kg more than 2006 Ford Ikon. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ulysse | Ikon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 104 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |