2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 706 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2012 Ford Edge | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | CR-V | Edge |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |