2006 Ford Fusion 3.0 V6 SEL vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fusion 3.0 V6 SEL and 2006 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion 3.0 V6 SEL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion 3.0 V6 SEL (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion . (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion 3.0 V6 SEL should accelerate faster 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 3.0 V6 SEL (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion . (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion 3.0 V6 SEL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion .
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion 3.0 V6 SEL | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fusion | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
