2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 667 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Blackhawk | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2730 mm |
