2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 102 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fusion | T5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
