2009 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson 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 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 95 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 343 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 (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Edge | Tucson |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |