Ford Fusion or SWIFT

rajeshwagh · 16th June 2007, 11:34

Hello,

I am planning to buy a car and the budget is restriceted to 5.5 lacs.
Fusion looks VFM and SWIFT is proven good car.

I am inclined towards Fusion and look forward to this forum for advice.
The ground clearance, engine, BHP, spacing, features are better in fusion.

Need inputs

Thanks in advance
Raj

Jaggu · 16th June 2007, 17:34

i own a swift but will recommend fusion since you are looking at only petrol, its sweet and that 1.6 liter engine is too good, had only some city driving experience on my cousins car in cochin but still i liked the car.

having said that you should be ready to accept bad resale also

Raja · 16th June 2007, 17:48

I am also considering the same, but I am assuming you are looking at the Swift ZXi trim?
There are no safety and comfort features in the Ford. No Airbags, ABS, Climate control. Are you willing to give up those features?

kamy450 · 16th June 2007, 18:03

no doubt fusion is a good MUV

nice drive engine refinement is pretty good powerful and spacious.

Fusion diesal is on the way in case diesal attracts you and your budget can be streched a bit, price wise i am not sure.

bottle · 16th June 2007, 18:07

doesnt fusion cost around 6 ? i remember the otr was 6.4 in chennai last time i checked

kamy450 · 16th June 2007, 18:12

i guess Raj has quoted ex-showroom price.

headers · 16th June 2007, 18:47

The fusion has a better driving experience than the swift petrol..Its my personal experience..But the swift commands a better resale value and is cheaper to own and customise than the fusion..

The Fusion also comes with ABS etc..in a variant amed Fusion + .. Check it out..and you can bargain for the car..

manikjeet · 16th June 2007, 18:57

I would recommend a swift as the car has a alot of features the fusion doesn't have

the fusion would be expensive to maintain and run as the FE is more in the case of swift

and personally i find the swift better and the engine the 1.3 engine is a proven engine over the years and spares and service is easily but that is not in the case of the fusion

TD both the cars and then decide

Raja · 16th June 2007, 19:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by headers

The Fusion also comes with ABS etc..in a variant amed Fusion + .. Check it out..and you can bargain for the car..

I can't find that version anymore on the Ford India website. I was under the impression they have discontinued that version? It's only Fusion standard now. No other variants.

kamy450 · 16th June 2007, 22:02

Quote:

Originally Posted by Raja

I can't find that version anymore on the Ford India website. I was under the impression they have discontinued that version? It's only Fusion standard now. No other variants.

You are right Raja Fusion has now only one variant.

finneyp · 16th June 2007, 22:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by rajeshwagh

Hello,
I am inclined towards Fusion and look forward to this forum for advice.
The ground clearance, engine, BHP, spacing, features are better in fusion.

Raj, as you rightly pointed out, specs of Fusion is far impressive than Swift's.

Swift scores on the Maruti A**.
Check Ford A** in Gurgaon / Delhi, if it is decent, go for the Fusion!

spindoc · 16th June 2007, 23:43

@Raj, A friend of mine has a Fusion and he says it gives him FE of ~ 11 in b'lore city. He got it around a year back and has no complaints with it, except that the suspension is a bit hard. He has done a few long trips and is floored by the performance, handling and the vehicle's aggressive and tall stance. A lorry rammed into his car recently from behind and the car was badly damaged but the damage hadn't propagated into the rear seat area (there was no one sitting at the rear at the time though).

So, unless you are considering a Swift ZXi (with ABS and airbags), the Fusion is as safe, if not safer.

On the features front, the Fusion definitely scores over the Swift. The 1.6 Duratec engine is definitely reliable and refined. The car comes with 195R15 tubeless tyres, a lot of thoughtful features (stowage areas, split folding rear seats, good interiors and intelligent electronics) and is great VFM IMHO.

The OTR is around 6.3 i think, but with discounts and freebies thrown in, it may be had for lesser.

Resale value is not Ford's cuppa though - I checked out a 1.25 year old well maintained Fusion+ recently and the dealer was quoting 4.3L (negotiable).

The Swift is one of the best cars in its segment from a vfm and ownership POV. But, if you like the Fusion and aren't looking at ABS+Airbags, go for it.

And, do see this comparo b/w the Fusion, SRV and Viva by TopGear if you haven't already:
Indiacar.com - Shoot out By TopGear Ford Fusion vs Chevrolet SRV vs Hyundai Accent Viva

gemithomas · 18th June 2007, 09:57

rajesh: If you are looking for a car with lots (spealt with a real big L O T S) of space (for 4 of course!!), a really powerful engine that delivers power in an excellent manner, with a really cool ground clearance that not many others match, good looking interiors, many cool features, and value for money combined with a good F.E figure of almost 14-15 on hghways (under 100km.h) and about 10-11 in city (with sedate driving) go for the Fusion. The Downside here would be that you wuld miss the airbags and ABS. But the Braking is good wnough that i dont thinkyou would ever miss the ABS on the Indian Roads. But one major concern here would be the ride comfort at low speeds which really bad.

If you are looking for a car that everyone is buying, something that is safer to own (in term sof service centres, spare parts etc.), and you dont mind the cramped ALL BLACK interiors, like the exterior design, then go for the swift. the higher end version gives you some extra safety features too but i would call it a premium price. However the ownership experience of a maruti is supposed to be really good.

Ajay_J · 18th June 2007, 10:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by rajeshwagh

Hello,
I am planning to buy a car and the budget is restriceted to 5.5 lacs.
Fusion looks VFM and SWIFT is proven good car.
I am inclined towards Fusion and look forward to this forum for advice.
The ground clearance, engine, BHP, spacing, features are better in fusion.
Raj

If space is the priotity then it has to be FUSION,else go for swift ZXI.

abhilashvk · 18th June 2007, 11:55

Personally I love the Fusion. I love the fat chubby tyres, excellent ground clearance, the shape and the peppy engine. However it loses over Swift on the high maintenance costs, low mileage (when i was buying a car 2007 begining, I had shortlisted and even booked the car, I was told that car returns 9 to 11 Km in Bangalore city)and resale value. Swift scores in the security aspect (ZXi), resale value and mileage. Fusion comes in a standard trim without alloys and ABS. Has a standrad price of 5.7 L ex-showroom throughout India.

16th June 2007, 11:34	#1
rajeshwagh Newbie Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: gurgaon Posts: 4 Thanked: 0 Times	Ford Fusion or SWIFT Hello, I am planning to buy a car and the budget is restriceted to 5.5 lacs. Fusion looks VFM and SWIFT is proven good car. I am inclined towards Fusion and look forward to this forum for advice. The ground clearance, engine, BHP, spacing, features are better in fusion. Need inputs Thanks in advance Raj
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16th June 2007, 17:34	#2
Jaggu Team-BHP Support Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bangalore Posts: 20,215 Thanked: 15,904 Times	i own a swift but will recommend fusion since you are looking at only petrol, its sweet and that 1.6 liter engine is too good, had only some city driving experience on my cousins car in cochin but still i liked the car. having said that you should be ready to accept bad resale also
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16th June 2007, 17:48	#3
Raja BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Pune Posts: 419 Thanked: 69 Times	I am also considering the same, but I am assuming you are looking at the Swift ZXi trim? There are no safety and comfort features in the Ford. No Airbags, ABS, Climate control. Are you willing to give up those features?
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16th June 2007, 18:03	#4
kamy450 BHPian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 244 Thanked: 0 Times View My Garage	no doubt fusion is a good MUV nice drive engine refinement is pretty good powerful and spacious. Fusion diesal is on the way in case diesal attracts you and your budget can be streched a bit, price wise i am not sure.
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16th June 2007, 18:07	#5
bottle Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Chennai Posts: 1,634 Thanked: 274 Times View My Garage	doesnt fusion cost around 6 ? i remember the otr was 6.4 in chennai last time i checked
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16th June 2007, 18:12	#6
kamy450 BHPian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 244 Thanked: 0 Times View My Garage	i guess Raj has quoted ex-showroom price.
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16th June 2007, 18:47	#7
headers Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Greater Chennai Posts: 4,667 Thanked: 559 Times	The fusion has a better driving experience than the swift petrol..Its my personal experience..But the swift commands a better resale value and is cheaper to own and customise than the fusion.. The Fusion also comes with ABS etc..in a variant amed Fusion + .. Check it out..and you can bargain for the car..
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16th June 2007, 18:57	#8
manikjeet Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: chandigarh Posts: 1,618 Thanked: 295 Times View My Garage	I would recommend a swift as the car has a alot of features the fusion doesn't have the fusion would be expensive to maintain and run as the FE is more in the case of swift and personally i find the swift better and the engine the 1.3 engine is a proven engine over the years and spares and service is easily but that is not in the case of the fusion TD both the cars and then decide
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16th June 2007, 23:43	#12
spindoc BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Madras Posts: 356 Thanked: 293 Times	@Raj, A friend of mine has a Fusion and he says it gives him FE of ~ 11 in b'lore city. He got it around a year back and has no complaints with it, except that the suspension is a bit hard. He has done a few long trips and is floored by the performance, handling and the vehicle's aggressive and tall stance. A lorry rammed into his car recently from behind and the car was badly damaged but the damage hadn't propagated into the rear seat area (there was no one sitting at the rear at the time though). So, unless you are considering a Swift ZXi (with ABS and airbags), the Fusion is as safe, if not safer. On the features front, the Fusion definitely scores over the Swift. The 1.6 Duratec engine is definitely reliable and refined. The car comes with 195R15 tubeless tyres, a lot of thoughtful features (stowage areas, split folding rear seats, good interiors and intelligent electronics) and is great VFM IMHO. The OTR is around 6.3 i think, but with discounts and freebies thrown in, it may be had for lesser. Resale value is not Ford's cuppa though - I checked out a 1.25 year old well maintained Fusion+ recently and the dealer was quoting 4.3L (negotiable). The Swift is one of the best cars in its segment from a vfm and ownership POV. But, if you like the Fusion and aren't looking at ABS+Airbags, go for it. And, do see this comparo b/w the Fusion, SRV and Viva by TopGear if you haven't already: Indiacar.com - Shoot out By TopGear Ford Fusion vs Chevrolet SRV vs Hyundai Accent Viva
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18th June 2007, 09:57	#13
gemithomas Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Trivandrum Posts: 2,366 Thanked: 143 Times View My Garage	rajesh: If you are looking for a car with lots (spealt with a real big L O T S) of space (for 4 of course!!), a really powerful engine that delivers power in an excellent manner, with a really cool ground clearance that not many others match, good looking interiors, many cool features, and value for money combined with a good F.E figure of almost 14-15 on hghways (under 100km.h) and about 10-11 in city (with sedate driving) go for the Fusion. The Downside here would be that you wuld miss the airbags and ABS. But the Braking is good wnough that i dont thinkyou would ever miss the ABS on the Indian Roads. But one major concern here would be the ride comfort at low speeds which really bad. If you are looking for a car that everyone is buying, something that is safer to own (in term sof service centres, spare parts etc.), and you dont mind the cramped ALL BLACK interiors, like the exterior design, then go for the swift. the higher end version gives you some extra safety features too but i would call it a premium price. However the ownership experience of a maruti is supposed to be really good.
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18th June 2007, 11:55	#15
abhilashvk BHPian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Bangalore/Calic Posts: 367 Thanked: 32 Times View My Garage	Personally I love the Fusion. I love the fat chubby tyres, excellent ground clearance, the shape and the peppy engine. However it loses over Swift on the high maintenance costs, low mileage (when i was buying a car 2007 begining, I had shortlisted and even booked the car, I was told that car returns 9 to 11 Km in Bangalore city)and resale value. Swift scores in the security aspect (ZXi), resale value and mileage. Fusion comes in a standard trim without alloys and ABS. Has a standrad price of 5.7 L ex-showroom throughout India.
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