1998 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion.
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 Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu VehiCross | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | VehiCross | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2850 mm |
