Comparing The 2014 Ford Fusion Vs. The 2014 Toyota Camry

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When it comes to pricing, comfort, space, reliability and engine performance, the 2014 Toyota Camry takes first prize. However, the 2014 Ford Fusion with its sleek design and several features is giving the Camry a run for her money. Both cars are efficient enough but a comparison between the two will help buyers know what to go for depending on their needs. We will look at a few things that will decide which car is the best fit.

Pricing
The Toyota Camry has a starting MSRP of $22,425 while the Ford Fusion has a starting a MSRP of $21,970. Both vehicles have several models to choose from that can affect the price. Depending on the styling, features and equipment the price can be higher than the starting MSRP.

Engine Performance
The Toyota Camry comes with three different engines, the 3.5 liter, 6 cylinder making 268 horsepower, the 2.5 liter, 4 cylinder good for 178 horsepower and the 2.5 liter, 4 cylinders with 173 horsepower. All of the above Toyota engines use a six-speed auto transmission to transfer their power towards the front wheels. 

The Ford Fusion engine comes in four ...
... types, the 1.6 liter, 4 cylinders, making 177 horsepower engine, the 1.5 liter, 4 cylinder producing 181 horsepower, the 2.0 liter, 4 cylinders with 231 horsepower and the 2.5 liter, 4 cylinders with 175 horsepower. The engines are also differently trimmed with some having a six-speed auto transmission and some with a six-speed manual transmission. Engine power to the wheels also varies with some transferring their power to the front wheels while some doing so to all the wheels. 

Buyers can take both into consideration and select one that is most suitable for them depending on the engine performance. However, before selecting their suitable choice, they should consider the fuel capacity each car accumulates. The Toyota Camry gets an estimated 25 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway. While the Ford Fusion gets an estimated 22 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway. Both vehicles do offer hybrid models which can have even better fuel economy.

Design
The design of a car usually draws most people to a car more than its reliability and engine efficiency. As a result, many vehicle companies aim to manufacture cars that not only wonderful on the inside, but also on the outside. Between the two cars, the Ford Fusion wins this round with its sleek design of the front grill and headlight similar to the Aston Martin exudes dominance. However, Toyota has striven to produce more sleek-looking cars over the past few years with the latest 2014 model giving a pleasant, albeit aggressive look. With all the points mentioned, buyers can choose their pick of the most suitable car.

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