2009 Ford Edge vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Edge (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Edge | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
