2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fusion | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
