2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse.
Because 2011 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ulysse | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
