2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (161 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 243 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Fusion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |