2007 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Ulysse and 2007 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 403 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo. 2007 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ulysse | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
