2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fusion and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 112 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Fusion | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |