2007 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 1 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Because 2007 BMW 328 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, 2007 BMW 328 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
