2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 693 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fusion | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
