2009 Ford Edge vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 96 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 444 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Edge (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Edge | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
