2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Ford Fusion

To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 242 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.

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 (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Fiesta 2009 Ford Fusion
Make Ford Ford
Model Fiesta Fusion
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 2261 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1208 kg 966 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 66 L


 

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