2007 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion 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, 2007 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fusion | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fusion | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |