2008 Ford Edge vs. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 125 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Edge | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 69 L |
