2009 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (260 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 884 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Edge | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
