2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa 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 113 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
