2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fusion and 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 40 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fusion | Vito |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |