2005 Ford Fusion vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fusion (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fusion weights approximately 387 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life 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, 2005 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fusion | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fusion | Life |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
