2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 83 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fusion | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
