2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 394 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fusion | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fusion | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |