2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 317 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | iQ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |
