2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2009 Ford Fusion and 2009 Jeep Commander were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1077 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 2009 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Commander (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fusion | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Fusion | Commander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |