2010 Ford Edge vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Edge would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 461 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Rapide.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Rapide 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 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge, 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Edge. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Edge | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Edge | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2451 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 91 L |
