2008 Honda Civic 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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2013 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
