2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 996 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2728 mm |
