2009 Ford Edge vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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 65 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 411 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Edge | GTI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
