2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 23 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Aveo | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
