2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Frontier | Fusion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |