2007 Ford Edge vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 5 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 129 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Edge | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Edge | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |