2010 Ford Edge vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 951 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Edge | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Edge | Accord |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2451 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |
