2009 BMW 650 vs. 2012 Ford Fusion

To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fusion. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 303 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.

Because 2009 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 650 2012 Ford Fusion
Make BMW Ford
Model 650 Fusion
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 337 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1629 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4841 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1834 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1445 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2728 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 66 L


 

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