2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 590 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 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fusion | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fusion | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |