2010 Ford Edge vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 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 58 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. 2010 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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.
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2010 Ford Edge | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Edge | GTI |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2451 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1779 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |