2008 Ford Edge vs. 2005 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 620 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 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, 2005 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 2005 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Edge | Soarer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |