2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fusion weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Fusion | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fusion | Rio |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |