2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 929 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion. 2009 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Fortuner has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Fortuner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
