2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 522 kg more than 2011 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fusion | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |