Ford Fusion vs Nissan Altima
The Nissan Altima is more fuel-efficient at 26 MPG combined, against 23 MPG for the Ford Fusion. At EPA assumptions that is about $300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Fusion | Nissan Altima | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,533 | 1,379 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Body & structure |
| Crashes and fires | 67 and 6 | 74 and 22 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 97,000 miles | 72,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 23 MPG | 26 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 28 | 23 and 31 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,900 | $2,600 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,533 complaints for the Ford Fusion and 1,379 for the Nissan Altima. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 5 for the Ford Fusion, 4 for the Nissan Altima.