2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 557 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
