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2009 Ford Fusion and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Fusion | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 221 hp@6250 205 lb-ft@4800 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUT | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 130.0 in | -22.6 in |
| Length | 190.2 in | 221.3 in | -31.1 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 79.1 in | -6.9 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 76.6 in | -19.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3430 lb. | 5963 lb. | -2533 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 31.0 gal. | -13.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 41.1 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 65.3 in | -7.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 64.4 in | -10.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.3 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.0 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 65.2 in | -8.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 62.3 in | -8.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.1 in | -2.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 45.5 ft3 | -29.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 101.1 ft3 | -85.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Fusion
| 2009 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The power drivers seat makes it easy to find a seating position suitable to any driver. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of leg room. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2009 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Limited legroom. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
The roofline should be a few inches higher, and the lower section of the centre stack should be narrower to provide more room for the right knee. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
not for full size adults, but good for pre-teens see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Seat support seemed to break down over the 2 years I drove this vehicle. Window was very high in relation to the seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
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