1998 Fiat Duna 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 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Duna 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 179 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna.

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 (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Duna 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 Fiat Duna 2007 Ford Edge
Make Fiat Ford
Model Duna Edge
Year Released 1998 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 86 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2830 mm


 

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