2007 Ford Edge vs. 2008 Volkswagen GLI
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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 65 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen GLI.
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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen GLI has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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 | 2008 Volkswagen GLI | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Edge | GLI |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |