2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1384 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 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
