2009 Ford Edge vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Ford Edge. (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 796 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Edge | S60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |