2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 254 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fusion | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
