2009 Ford Edge vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1338 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Edge | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |