Ford Fusion vs Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is more fuel-efficient at 33 MPG combined, against 27 MPG for the Ford Fusion. At EPA assumptions that is about $450 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Fusion | Honda Accord | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 416 | 1,133 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 5 and 0 | 57 and 6 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 76,000 miles | 18,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 27 MPG | 33 MPG |
| City and highway | 23 and 34 | 30 and 38 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,500 | $2,050 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 416 complaints for the Ford Fusion and 1,133 for the Honda Accord. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Ford Fusion, 5 stars for the Honda Accord.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Ford Fusion, 6 for the Honda Accord.