2008 Ford Edge vs. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Concept T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Concept T 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 27 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Concept T. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Concept T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T weights approximately 224 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Concept T. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Concept T.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 2004 Volkswagen Concept T | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Edge | Concept T |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 34 L |