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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. 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 (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
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 | 2983 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |