2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2002 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Because 2008 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Mobilio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio. 2008 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Mobilio has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Mobilio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 2002 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fusion | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
