2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fusion | Murano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
