2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2009 Ford Fusion and 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (427 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (222 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1254 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 Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (526 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Fusion | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 427 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 526 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |