2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 6 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 22 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Fusion | MiTo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1366 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 | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
