2008 Ford Edge vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 139 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4. 2008 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota RAV4 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.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Edge | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |