Ford Fusion vs Volkswagen Passat Comparison

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Things we like	Large cargo space Comfortable seats Smooth handling Read More	Content and solid cabin Standard safety features Spacious second-row Read More
Things we don't like	Underpowered base engine Subpar safety kit Lesser standard features Read More	The infotainment system is dated Rivals have better interiors Lethargic automatic transmission Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	SPFI	Direct Fuel Injection
Compression Ratio	9.7:1	11.65:1

Transmission

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

Performance

Engine Displacement	2498 cc	1968 cc
Power	175 hp	174 hp
Torque	237 Nm	249 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	62 L	70 L
Length	4872 mm	4874 mm
Width	2121 mm	1834 mm
Height	1478 mm	1486 mm
Wheel Base	2850 mm	2794 mm
Front Tread	1593 mm	1577 mm
Rear Tread	1585 mm	1549 mm
No Of Doors	4	4
Kerb Weight	1575 kg	1585 kg
Front Headroom	996 mm	973 mm
Front Legroom	1125 mm	1077 mm
Rear Headroom	960 mm	960 mm
Rear Legroom	973 mm	993 mm
Cargo Volume	--	450 L
Ground Clearance	--	137 mm
Gross Weight	--	2040 kg

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link

Wheel & Tyre

Tyre Size	215/60R16	--
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R16	R17
Alloy Wheel Size	--	17 Inch

Steering

Steering Type	Electric Power	Electric Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Gear Type	--	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	--	5.5 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	--
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	--	No
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	Yes
Smart Access Card Entry	--	No
Central Locking	--	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DOHC DOHC
Engine	2.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	No	No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	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	--
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	--	No
Glove Box Cooling	--	No
Heated Seats - Front	--	Yes
On Board Computer	--	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	--	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	--	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	--	Yes
Keyless Entry	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Touch Screen	--	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	--	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	--	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	No
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Washer	No	--
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	--
Wheel Covers	Yes	No
Alloy Wheels	No	Yes
Power Antenna	Yes	No
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	No
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	--
Front Brake Type	Discs Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs Discs	Discs Discs
Rear Spoiler	--	No
Sun Roof	--	Optional Optional

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Advance Safety Feature	Lane-Keeping System, Hill Start Assist Lane-Keeping System, Hill Start Assist	Blind Spot Monitor Blind Spot Monitor
Headlamp Type	Halogen Halogen	--
Leather Seats	--	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	--	No
Leather Steering Wheel	--	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	--	Yes

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