2007 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 41 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Edge | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Edge | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |