2011 Ford E-250 vs. 2010 Ford Edge

To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 41 kg more than 2011 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Ford E-250 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 2011 Ford E-250. 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Ford E-250 2010 Ford Edge
Make Ford Ford
Model E-250 Edge
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Van Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 474 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2410 kg 2451 kg
Vehicle Length 5504 mm 5504 mm
Vehicle Width 2017 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 2154 mm 2126 mm
Wheelbase Size 3505 mm 3505 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 125 L 132 L


 

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