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Ford Fusion I (facelift 2005) 1.4 (80 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ford Fusion:
The Ford Fusion is a mid-size car that was manufactured and marketed by the Ford Motor Company. From the 2006 through 2020 model years, two generations of the Fusion have been produced in gasoline, gas/electric hybrid, and gas/plug-in electric hybrid variants. The Fusion was manufactured at Ford's Hermosillo Stamping and Assembly plant in Sonora, Mexico, alongside the Lincoln MKZ, and formerly the Mercury Milan, both of which share its CD3 platform.
Production on the first Fusions began on August 1, 2005. The Fusion replaced the Mondeo for the Latin American markets, except in Argentina ; in the United States and Canada it superseded the then mid-size Taurus and the compact Contour. The Fusion is positioned between the compact Ford Focus and the full-size Ford Taurus. In the Middle East, this model is sold alongside the Mondeo. Versions sold there are available only with the 2. 5-liter engine. Unlike in the United States, Canada, and Latin America, no V6 engine is available in that region. The same is true in South Korea, where only the 2. 5-liter engines are available as of the 2012 model year....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (facelift 2005) Overview:
Ford Fusion (I (facelift 2005)). With 124 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1085 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14 s). The top speed reaches 163 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 (80 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for city driving and short commutes, but feels underpowered on open roads or when overtaking.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel consumption for a small petrol engine, but not a standout in terms of efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical and spacious interior for its size
- • Raised driving position offers good visibility
- • Reliable and generally inexpensive to maintain
- • Good range of economical diesel engines
- • Versatile boot space with folding seats
Cons:
- • Uninspiring interior design and materials
- • Some engines feel underpowered, especially automatics
- • Dated exterior styling even after the facelift
- • Not particularly refined at higher speeds
- • Basic handling and driving dynamics
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2002 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Fusion |
| Generation: | I (facelift 2005) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 (80 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 80 Hp @ 5700 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 57.6 Hp/l [7mm less] |
| Torque: | 124 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | FXJA, FXJB, FXJC More details about the engine FXJA, FXJB, FXJC |
| Engine displacement: | 1388 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Coolant: | 5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 163 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.6 kg/Hp, 73.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.8 kg/Nm, 114.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1085 |
| Max. weight: | 1605 |
| Max load: | 520 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1175 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 337 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 900 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 500 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4013 mm mm [7mm less] |
| Width: | 1724 mm mm [16mm more] |
| Height: | 1543 mm mm [40mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2486 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Front track: | 1487 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1445 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 160 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.3 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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