2009 Ford Fusion SEL vs. 2009 Ford Fusion 1.25 Ambiente
To start off, both 2009 Ford Fusion SEL and 2009 Ford Fusion 1.25 Ambiente were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion SEL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion SEL (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion 1.25 Ambiente. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion SEL should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion 1.25 Ambiente. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion 1.25 Ambiente weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion SEL.
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 SEL (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion 1.25 Ambiente. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion SEL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion 1.25 Ambiente. 2009 Ford Fusion SEL has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Fusion 1.25 Ambiente has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Fusion 1.25 Ambiente will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Fusion SEL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Fusion SEL | 2009 Ford Fusion 1.25 Ambiente | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fusion | Fusion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |