1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 535 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | V6 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |