2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 BMW 135.
Because 2011 BMW 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2011 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Fusion | 135 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
