2007 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 BMW 740 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 891 kg more than 2007 BMW 740.
Because 2007 BMW 740 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 2007 BMW 740. 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, 2007 BMW 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 740 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |
