2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
