Ford Fusion vs KIA Forte Comparison

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Things we like	Large cargo space Comfortable seats Smooth handling Read More	Lots of standard driving assistance features Good fuel economy Dynamic exterior styling Read More
Things we don't like	Underpowered base engine Subpar safety kit Lesser standard features Read More	Moderate ride quality Low passenger space in the second row Mediocre base engine Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	--
Compression Ratio	10.0:1	12.5:1

Transmission

Gear Box	6-Speed	Variable Speed
Transmission Type	Automatic	CVT
Drive Type	FWD	FWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	2498 cc	1999 cc
Power	181 hp	147 hp
Torque	251 Nm	179 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	62 L	53 L
Length	4872 mm	4641 mm
Width	2121 mm	1801 mm
Height	1478 mm	1435 mm
Wheel Base	2850 mm	2700 mm
Front Tread	1593 mm	--
Rear Tread	1585 mm	--
No Of Doors	4	4
Kerb Weight	1575 kg	1253 kg
Front Headroom	996 mm	986 mm
Front Legroom	1125 mm	1072 mm
Rear Headroom	960 mm	952 mm
Rear Legroom	973 mm	907 mm
Cargo Volume	--	433 L
Ground Clearance	--	135 mm
Gross Weight	--	1720 kg

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Torsion Beam
Shock Absorbers Type	--	Coil Spring

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	17 Inch	R17
Tyre Size	235/50R17	225/45R17
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R17	R17

Steering

Steering Type	Electric Power	Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt and Telescopic
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Gear Type	--	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	--	5.3 m

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Optional Optional
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	--	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	--	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	--	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	--	Yes
Traction Control	--	Yes

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Security

Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	--
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	--
Smart Access Card Entry	--	Yes
Central Locking	--	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DHOC DHOC
Engine	2.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	2.0L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.0L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	No	--
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	No
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	--
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	--	Yes
On Board Computer	--	Yes
Cruise Control	--	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	--	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	--	Yes
Keyless Entry	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Touch Screen	--	Yes
Navigation System	--	No
Bluetooth Connectivity	--	Yes
DVD Player	--	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	--	Yes
Voice Control	--	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	No
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	--
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	--
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Washer	No	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	--
Wheel Covers	No	--
Alloy Wheels	Yes	--
Power Antenna	Yes	--
Tinted Glass	Yes	--
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	No	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	--
Roof Rail	No	--
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	--
Front Brake Type	Discs Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs Discs	Solid Discs Solid Discs
Fog Lights Front	--	Yes
Sun Roof	--	Optional Optional
Moon Roof	--	No
Chrome Garnish	--	Yes

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Advance Safety Feature	Lane-Keeping System, Hill Start Assist Lane-Keeping System, Hill Start Assist	Daytime Running Lights Daytime Running Lights
Headlamp Type	Halogen Halogen	Projector Beam Projector Beam

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