2009 Ford Edge vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 543 kg more than 2009 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Edge | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
