2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 221 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (337 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Tacoma | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
