2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor

To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (222 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 574 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Fusion 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor
Make Ford Mitsubishi
Model Fusion Endeavor
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 3828 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 222 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 81 L


 

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