2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 434 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (250 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Fusion | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
