2007 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Edge | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Edge | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2675 mm |