2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Renault Logan
To start off, 2011 Renault Logan is newer by 9 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Logan weights approximately 20 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, 2011 Renault Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 2011 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fusion | Logan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
