2003 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 492 kg more than 2003 Toyota Camry. 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, 2011 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Camry. 2011 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Camry | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Camry | Edge |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
