2004 Ford Fusion vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2004 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fusion | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fusion | 19 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
