2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1159 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 2004 Ford F-150 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 2004 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fusion | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
