2008 Ford Edge vs. 2008 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2008 Ford Edge and 2008 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Edge weights approximately 252 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Alto. 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 2008 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Edge | Alto |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |