2008 Ford Fusion vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fusion | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
