2008 Ford Edge vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Satria 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 156 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Proton Satria weights approximately 52 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria. 2008 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2007 Proton Satria has manual transmission. 2007 Proton Satria 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 | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Edge | Satria |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
