2007 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Because 2007 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Cube. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion 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 (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube. 2007 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Cube has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Cube will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fusion | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fusion | Cube |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
