2008 Ford Edge vs. 2008 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2008 Ford Edge and 2008 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus RX weights approximately 1008 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.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge 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 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 2008 Lexus RX | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Edge | RX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 840 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |