2007 Ford Edge vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
Because 2007 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge 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 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Edge | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 148 L |
