2009 BMW 116 vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2009 BMW 116 and 2009 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (161 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 2009 BMW 116 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 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 116 | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 116 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |