2007 Ford Fusion vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 7 kg more than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
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, 2007 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fusion | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fusion | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
