2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 955 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride 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 1959 Renault Floride. 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 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fusion | Floride |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 29 L |
