2007 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2003 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 252 kg more than 2003 Ford Taurus. 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, 2007 Fiat Ulysse (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ulysse | 2003 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
