2008 Ford Edge vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 343 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.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Edge | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1299 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
