2009 Ford Edge vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord 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 64 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 499 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Edge | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |