2007 Ford Fusion vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 617 kg more than 2007 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fusion | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fusion | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |