2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1890 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fusion | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 136 L |