2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina.
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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
