1998 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 328 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1643 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
