2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (222 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 36 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Fusion | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
