2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fusion. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 306 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (337 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
