2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 7 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1107 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Titan 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 2013 Nissan Titan. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion. 2013 Nissan Titan 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. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fusion | Titan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 2284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
