2012 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 354 kg more than 2006 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Musa. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Fusion | 2006 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Fusion | Musa |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |