2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fusion and 2006 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Scenic (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Scenic weights approximately 213 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. 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 (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2006 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Fusion | Scenic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |