2008 Ford Edge vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 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 115 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Edge | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
