2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
