2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,277 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1749 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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 (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fusion | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
