2009 Ford Edge vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1298 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Edge | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |