2007 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Because 2007 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Equus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fusion | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fusion | Equus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 77 L |
