2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fusion weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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 Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion. 2009 Ford Fiesta has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Fiesta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fusion | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
