1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 179 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1989 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Fusion |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 66 L |