2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 672 kg more than 2013 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2013 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 87 L |
