Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Fusion | Suzuki XL7 | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 221 hp@6250 205 lb-ft@4800 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6500 243 lb-ft@2300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 112.4 in | -5 in |
Length | 190.2 in | 197.2 in | -7 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 72.2 in | 0 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 68.9 in | -11.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3430 lb. | 4048 lb. | -618 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 41.3 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 55.6 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 52.2 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.2 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.0 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 55.3 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 53.1 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 38.8 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.8 in | -38.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.9 in | -30.9 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 110.9 in (over 3 rows) | -31.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 | -0.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.8 | 38.1 ft3 | -22.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 54.3 ft3 | -38.5 ft3 |
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 |
2008 Suzuki XL7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I like being able to seat 7 people, which we have done several times. To be fair the 3rd row seats are best for children or small adults but the way the second row can be folded makes access easier. The front & second row seats have lots of legroom. see full Suzuki XL7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seats are fully adjustable which I appreciate a lot on a long drive. I tend to stiffen up in a less adjustable seat but the XL7 allows me to readjust enough to really help. Plenty of headroom and comfort. see full Suzuki XL7 review |