2009 Ford Edge vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1591 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.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Edge | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |