2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fairlane (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 598 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion 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, 2005 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
