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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 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 130 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 (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 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. 2009 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia RIO has manual transmission. 2013 Kia RIO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Fusion | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fusion | RIO |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |