2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1667 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |
