2007 Ford Edge vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Edge 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 71 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Because 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 2008 Ford Maverick 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Edge | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
