2009 Ford Edge vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (161 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Edge | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
