2008 Ford Edge vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1328 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Edge | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 129 L |
