2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 784 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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, 2009 Ford Fusion (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Optra | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
