2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Passat | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
