2006 BMW 650 vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fusion. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2011 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion. 2011 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 650 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |
