2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 17 kg more than 1990 Subaru XT.
Because 1990 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1990 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fusion | XT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
