2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 465 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fusion | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Fusion | i40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |