2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Seat Tango. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Tango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Tango. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Tango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2001 Seat Tango | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fusion | Tango |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
