1998 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura Integra weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
