2008 Ford Edge vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 125 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 427 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Edge | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
