2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 865 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fusion | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
