2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 504 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, 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Fusion | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 966 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
