2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 365 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.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fusion | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
