2005 Tata Mint vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Mint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Mint 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 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1731 kg more than 2005 Tata Mint. 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 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint. 2010 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Mint has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Mint 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:
| 2005 Tata Mint | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Tata | Ford |
| Model | Mint | Edge |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 2583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3505 mm |
