2008 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 484 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 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | Fusion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |