2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 53 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 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fusion | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |
