2006 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 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 22 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 544 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, 2006 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion. 2006 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
