2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 176 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2008 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2008 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Edge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1303 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
