2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 636 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fusion | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
