1998 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1291 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sunny. 2010 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sunny | Edge |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2126 mm |
