2009 Ford Edge vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 106 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 248 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 2009 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Edge | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |