2009 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 162 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Astra | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Astra | Fusion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |