2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Edge |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
