2009 Ford Edge vs. 2010 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 261 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 738 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.

Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Falcon. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Edge 2010 Ford Falcon
Make Ford Ford
Model Edge Falcon
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 3983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1704 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4967 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1868 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2838 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 68 L


 

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