Ford Fusion vs. Nissan Versa

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Fusion and Nissan Versa 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 Ford Fusion and the Nissan Versa.

When we compare the Ford Fusion's and the Nissan Versa's specifications and ratings, the Ford Fusion has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume and base engine power. The Nissan Versa has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Ford Fusion's and the Nissan Versa's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Versa is a better car than the Ford Fusion.

Pricing: A used 2020 Ford Fusion ranges from $11,290 to $22,443 while a used 2020 Nissan Versa is priced between $8,994 to $18,647.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Fusion loses 49.9 percent of its value and the Nissan Versa loses 37.4 percent of its value. This means the Nissan Versa retains 12.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Fusion.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Fusion is 7.7 out of 10 while the Nissan Versa's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Ford Fusion being ranked 9 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Nissan Versa being ranked 22 out of 37 Best Small Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Fusion is 7.4 out of 10. For the Nissan Versa the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the Ford Fusion a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan Versa.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Fusion’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the Nissan Versa base engine makes 122 horsepower. The Fusion is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 512 miles. The Versa is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 378 miles.This gives the Nissan Versa the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford Fusion the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Ford Fusion, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Nissan Versa, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.

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