2007 Ford Edge vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Edge | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3650 mm |
