2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (161 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 176 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life. 2000 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2000 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fusion | Life |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
