1994 Nissan President vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan President weights approximately 38 kg more than 2011 Ford Edge.
Because 1994 Nissan President 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 1994 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge, 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, 1994 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan President | 2011 Ford Edge | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | President | Edge |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2824 mm |