2009 Ford Edge vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 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 (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 318 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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 (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Edge | Sentra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |