2009 Ford Edge vs. 2007 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 813 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge. 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, 2007 Honda Legend (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2007 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Edge | Legend |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |