2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 147 kg more than 2005 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Fairlane 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 2005 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | Edge |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2824 mm |
