Especificaciones y análisis del Ford Fusion
Power
90HP
Torque
204Nm
Consumption
4.6l/100
Emissions
122g/km
0-100 km/h
12.9s
Top Speed
176km/h
Weight
1162kg
Price
15,070€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
337 L
45 L
66 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ford Fusion Elegance 1.6 TDCi 90 CV (2005-2008)
General description
The 2006 Ford Fusion is more than a car; it's a faithful travel companion that arrived to redefine practicality. Born from the Fiesta platform, it dared to dream bigger, merging the agility of a utility vehicle with the versatility of a small minivan. It's an honest vehicle, designed for families and for those seeking generous space and simple driving without giving up a robust and adventurous soul.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Fusion 1.6 TDCi is to feel the confidence of a high driving position that commands the asphalt. Its 90 horsepower, delivered with the nobility of diesel, pushes with surprising joy from low revs thanks to its generous torque. It doesn't seek speed records, but rather to offer a smooth and economical ride, a quiet journey where low consumption becomes a caress for the wallet. The suspension, firm yet comfortable, and its precise steering, make you feel connected to the road, turning every urban journey into a stroll and every getaway into a small adventure.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a statement of intent: function prevails over form, but with an undeniable charm. Its straight lines and higher ground clearance give it a robust look, almost like a small urban explorer. Inside, that philosophy translates into a surprisingly spacious and bright interior, where every centimeter is designed to be useful. The materials are simple, durable, made to withstand the test of time and the demands of daily life. The Elegance trim adds a touch of distinction that elevates it above the purely functional.
Technology and features
In a world before touch screens, the Fusion offered technology focused on essential comfort and safety. Its 1.6 TDCi engine with common rail injection was an efficient piece of engineering for its time, a modern and frugal diesel heart. The equipment, with features like air conditioning, power windows, and an audio system to liven up trips, met everything one could wish for to make life on board more pleasant and safe, without unnecessary complications.
Competition
In its time, the Ford Fusion faced ingenious competition that also sought the formula for versatility. Models like the Renault Modus, with its interior modularity, the Opel Meriva and its space solutions, or even the practical Peugeot 207 SW, represented direct alternatives. However, the Fusion always maintained a unique personality, a balance between the robustness of an SUV and the simplicity of a utility vehicle that made it special and endearing.
Conclusion
The Ford Fusion 1.6 TDCi is not a car chosen with the head, but with the heart. It is the choice of those who value reliability, space, and low running costs over passing fads. It is a vehicle that delivers what it promises, a safe and practical refuge for the daily routine and weekend getaways. To remember it is to evoke an era of honest cars, built to last and to become part of a family's history.