2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 3 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 634 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fusion | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
