2008 Ford Edge vs. 1994 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 628 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 1994 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Edge | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
