2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (191 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 103 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.
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, 2004 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
