1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 733 kg more than 1996 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 1996 Buick Roadmaster 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 1996 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Edge. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Roadmaster | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | Edge |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3505 mm |