2007 Ford Fusion vs. 1998 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 13 kg more than 1998 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1998 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen 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, 2007 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. 1998 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fusion | 1998 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fusion | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2440 mm |
