2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 669 kg more than 2011 Ford Fusion.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 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 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (398 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford F-150 | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-150 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2298 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |