2011 Ford Fusion vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 176 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord. 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2011 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Ford Fusion | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fusion | Accord |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |