2008 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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 Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1643 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
