2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2009 Ford Fusion and 2009 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 281 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 2009 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. 2009 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fusion | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |