2010 Ford Edge vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, both 2010 Ford Edge and 2010 Suzuki SX4 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 970 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Edge is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Edge. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4. 2010 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki SX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Edge | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Edge | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2093 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
