2009 Ford Edge vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2009 Ford Edge and 2009 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Sierra. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Edge | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |