2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC.
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, 2000 Saturn SC (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion. 2000 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Fusion | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
