1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford EDGE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna. 2013 Ford EDGE has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford EDGE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2824 mm |
