2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 86 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fusion | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1159 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
