2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2002 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2002 Ford Fusion and 2002 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda MPV (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mazda MPV (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Fusion | 2002 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fusion | MPV |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |