2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fusion and 2008 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 177 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.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion. 2008 Honda CR-V 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. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fusion | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fusion | CR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |