2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 4 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 249 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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 (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fusion | RIO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
