1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,311 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | Fusion |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4311 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |