2007 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 95 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.

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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Edge Jetta
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4644 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2651 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 55 L


 

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