2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 815 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Nitro | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Nitro | Fusion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |