1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 146 kg more than 1994 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
