2002 Ford Fusion vs. 1993 Toyota Carina

To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 74 kg more than 2002 Ford Fusion.

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, 1993 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Fusion 1993 Toyota Carina
Make Ford Toyota
Model Fusion Carina
Year Released 2002 1993
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.5 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1224 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2590 mm


 

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