2009 Ford Edge vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 97 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 588 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Edge | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |