1990 Ford Festiva vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 935 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Festiva | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Festiva | Fusion |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |