2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, both 2009 Ford Fusion and 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fusion | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fusion | Vito |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |