2011 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, both 2011 Ford Fusion and 2011 Volkswagen GTI were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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2011 Ford Fusion | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fusion | GTI |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4211 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |