2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2007 Ford Edge | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Traverse | Edge |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |