2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion. 2009 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fusion | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
