2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2009 Ford Fusion and 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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 11 more horse power than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 608 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion. 2009 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2009 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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.
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2009 Ford Fusion | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Fusion | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |