2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 784 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (408 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion. 2007 Dodge Durango 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. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 66 L |
