2009 BMW 545 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (234 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion. 2013 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 545 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 545 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
