2007 Ford Edge vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 102 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2006 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2006 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Edge | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
