2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,277 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1486 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fusion | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
