2002 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 226 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | Fusion |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |