2009 Ford Edge vs. 2008 Hyundai Entourage

To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Entourage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Entourage would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Edge weights approximately 49 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. 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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Edge 2008 Hyundai Entourage
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Edge Entourage
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Crossover Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3495 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1107 kg 1058 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.3 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 80 L


 

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