2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2009 Ford Fusion and 2009 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 52 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Escape 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 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fusion | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
