2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 66 L |
