2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fusion and 2008 SSC Aero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 901 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (161 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SSC Aero weights approximately 186 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.
Because 2008 SSC Aero 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 SSC Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion, 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fusion | 2008 SSC Aero | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | Fusion | Aero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1090 mm |