2019 Ford Fusion vs. 2019 Kia Optima

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Ford Fusion and 2019 Kia Optima contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2019 Ford Fusion and the 2019 Kia Optima.

When comparing the 2019 Ford Fusion's and the 2019 Kia Optima's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Ford Fusion has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2019 Kia Optima has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Ford Fusion's and the 2019 Kia Optima's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Kia Optima is a better car than the 2019 Ford Fusion.

Pricing: A used 2019 Ford Fusion ranges from $12,788 to $21,347 while a used 2019 Kia Optima is priced between $11,848 to $21,235.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Ford Fusion loses 42.3 percent of its value and the 2019 Kia Optima loses 43.1 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Ford Fusion retains 0.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Kia Optima.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Fusion is 8.7 out of 10 while the Kia Optima's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Ford Fusion being ranked 4 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Kia Optima being ranked 7 out of 13.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Fusion is 8.2 out of 10. For the Kia Optima the reliability rating is 7.8 out of 10. This gives the Ford Fusion a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Optima.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2019 Ford Fusion’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the 2019 Kia Optima base engine makes 185 horsepower. The Fusion is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 512 miles. The Optima is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 611 miles. This gives the 2019 Kia Optima the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Ford Fusion. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are midsize cars, the 2019 Kia Optima has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room and front leg room. The 2019 Ford Fusion has the advantage in the areas of rear shoulder room, rear leg room and cargo space. The 2019 Ford Fusion and 2019 Kia Optima are comparable in regards to rear head room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Ford Fusion and the 2019 Kia Optima have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.