Ford Fusion vs. Kia Cadenza
When comparing the Ford Fusion's and the Kia Cadenza's specifications and ratings, the Ford Fusion has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Kia Cadenza has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Fusion's and the Kia Cadenza's specifications and ratings, the Ford Fusion is a better car than the Kia Cadenza.
Ford Fusion vs. Kia Cadenza Pricing
A used 2020 Ford Fusion ranges from $16,995 to $25,004 while a used 2020 Kia Cadenza is priced between $23,677 to $34,942.
Ford Fusion vs. Kia Cadenza Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Fusion loses 50 percent of its value and the Kia Cadenza loses 52.8 percent of its value. This means the Ford Fusion retains 2.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Cadenza.
Ford Fusion vs. Kia Cadenza Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Fusion is 8.3 out of 10 while the Kia Cadenza's quality rating is 6.8 out of 10. This results in the Ford Fusion being ranked 5 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Kia Cadenza being ranked 8 out of 8 Best Large Cars.
Ford Fusion vs. Kia Cadenza Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Fusion is 8.4 out of 10. For the Kia Cadenza the reliability rating is 7.4 out of 10. This gives the Ford Fusion an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Cadenza.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Fusion’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the Kia Cadenza base engine makes 290 horsepower. The Fusion is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 512 miles. The Cadenza is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles.This gives the Ford Fusion the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Kia Cadenza the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Cadenza, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room and front leg room. The Ford Fusion, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Ford Fusion and Kia Cadenza are comparable in regards to cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Ford Fusion has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16995 - 25004
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.499693
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
23677 - 34942
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.528136
Ford Fusion Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.306521 / 10
Reliability:
8.419565 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Cadenza Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.75 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Ford Fusion Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Kia Cadenza Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford Fusion Trim Levels
S, SE, SEL, Titanium
Kia Cadenza Trim Levels
Limited, Technology
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
175 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
253 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 31 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
347 / 512 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 518 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
107.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3410 lbs
Width:
83.5 inches
Height:
58.1 inches
Length:
191.7 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3770 lbs
Width:
73.6 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
197 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18