2007 Ford Edge vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Edge | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 566 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
