2004 Ford Fusion vs. 1995 Honda CRX
To start off, 2004 Ford Fusion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fusion weights approximately 127 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX.
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, 2004 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fusion | 1995 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fusion | CRX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
