2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 875 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 2010 Jeep Liberty. 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fusion | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Fusion | Liberty |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1841 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 74 L |