2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Holden Barina
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fusion and 2006 Holden Barina were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Barina. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2006 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fusion | Barina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
