2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2013 Lotus Evora

To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 4 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 474 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 2013 Lotus Evora 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 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion. 2009 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2013 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2013 Lotus Evora 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Fusion 2013 Lotus Evora
Make Ford Lotus
Model Fusion Evora
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 160 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 212 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4361 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2047 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1229 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2575 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.4 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 14.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 60 L


 

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