2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1621 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Because 1998 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
