2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Because 2008 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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 (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fusion | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fusion | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |