2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus weights approximately 53 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus. 2000 Kia Clarus has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Clarus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fusion | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
