2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
