2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 730 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Taurus | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 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 | 1107 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |