2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Opel Movano

To start off, both 2008 Ford Fusion and 2008 Opel Movano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Movano is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Movano weights approximately 773 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 Opel Movano (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Movano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Fusion 2008 Opel Movano
Make Ford Opel
Model Fusion Movano
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Size 2261 cc 2462 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 0 HP
Torque 212 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1600 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1116 kg 1889 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 100 L


 

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