2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fusion and 2008 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 35 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fusion | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fusion | HR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |