2005 Ford Fusion vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fusion weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fusion | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fusion | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 11.6 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 | 1177 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
