2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2008 Ford Territory

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Vivant and 2008 Ford Territory were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,982 cc, 2008 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Territory weights approximately 709 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.

Because 2008 Ford Territory is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. 2008 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Vivant has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Vivant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Vivant 2008 Ford Territory
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Vivant Territory
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 3982 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 119 HP 0 HP
Torque 176 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1306 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5770 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 76 L


 

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