2007 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 430 kg more than 2010 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Legend is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion. 2007 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Legend | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Legend | Fusion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 66 L |