2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fusion | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
