2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 354 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fusion | 2006 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Fusion | QX56 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |