2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 215 kg more than 1994 Volvo 960.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1994 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Fusion | 960 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |