2007 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fusion.
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, 2012 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
