2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Edge would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | Edge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
