2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 523 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
