2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1999 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Crew weights approximately 63 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.
Because 1999 Nissan Crew 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 1999 Nissan Crew. 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 (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1999 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fusion | Crew |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
