2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle will offer significantly more control. 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 (339 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2007 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestyle | Edge |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
