2008 Ford Edge vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2008 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 625 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.
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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Edge | GT-R |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
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 | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |