2009 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1303 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-250. 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Edge | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 125 L |
