2011 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Holden UTE
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Holden UTE weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Holden UTE 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 2006 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2006 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Fusion | 2006 Holden UTE | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Fusion | UTE |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2950 mm |