2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1995 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,277 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1836 kg more than 1995 Lotus Elan.
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 (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1995 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Fusion | Elan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
