2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fusion and 2006 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 305 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 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Fusion | 75 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 9.6 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 | 1145 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |