2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fusion and 2008 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
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 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 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 Fusion | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fusion | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |