2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 197 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Fusion | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
