1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 46 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Caldina | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
