2007 Ford Five Hundred 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 Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Five Hundred 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 44 more horse power than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Five Hundred | 2008 Ford Edge | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Five Hundred | Edge |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |