2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
