2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord 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 61 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 248 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Because 2008 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. 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) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fusion | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fusion | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 217 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |