2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Fusion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 66 L |