2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 871 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
