2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rondo weights approximately 549 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fusion | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
