2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1647 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 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fusion | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
