2008 Ford Edge vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo 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 194 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Edge weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo. 2008 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Echo 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 | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Edge | Echo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
