2007 Ford Edge vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 6 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 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2007 Ford Edge (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Edge | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
