2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Ulysse and 2009 Ford Edge were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 678 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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, 2009 Ford Edge (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. 2009 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Edge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
