2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Kalos and 2008 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
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, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Kalos | Fusion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |