2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fusion | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Fusion | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |