2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 325 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |