2011 Ford Edge vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Edge would be higher. Both 2011 Ford Edge and 2012 Toyota Highlander are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (280 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 308 kg more than 2011 Ford Edge.
Because 2012 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Edge | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Edge | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4679 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
