2008 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 828 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. 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, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 2011 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Edge | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |
