2004 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2004 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fusion. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fusion | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fusion | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 110 L |
