2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fusion would be higher. Both 2008 Daewoo Kalos and 2007 Ford Fusion are equipped with a 1,399 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 107 kg more than 2008 Daewoo 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, 2007 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1177 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 | 7.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
