2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 2008 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Ford Edge | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Edge |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |