2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 122 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
