2012 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 827 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. 2013 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Ulysse | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 136 L |
