2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 379 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Fusion 2009 Nissan Frontier
Make Ford Nissan
Model Fusion Frontier
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 2486 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1151 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L