2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1146 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.
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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fusion | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
