2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 37 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fusion | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
