2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 75 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 212 kg more than 2006 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Camry | Edge |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
