2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Ford Edge

To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.

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, 2011 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

2007 GMC Acadia 2011 Ford Edge
Make GMC Ford
Model Acadia Edge
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 285 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4679 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1702 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2824 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 68 L


 

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