2001 Ford EX vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | EX | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
