1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2007 Ford Edge | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Dardo | Edge |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |