2009 Ford Edge vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
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 Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1439 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Edge | Quest |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |