2004 Ford Fusion vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2004 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fusion weights approximately 435 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fusion | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fusion | Today |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
