2004 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2008 Fiat Albea is newer by 4 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Fusion (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Albea.
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, 2004 Ford Fusion (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fusion | 2008 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Fusion | Albea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |
