2009 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Sebring 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (222 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 664 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Sebring | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Sebring | Fusion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |