2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2009 Ford Fusion and 2009 Fiat Ulysse were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 684 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fusion | 2009 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Fusion | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |