2007 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 4 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura RDX.
Because 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Edge | RDX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
