2009 Ford Edge vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol 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 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Edge weights approximately 477 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Edge | Carol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 30 L |