2008 Ford Edge vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 5 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 107 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 230 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Edge | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
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 | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |