2011 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 283 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford EDGE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Tiguan | EDGE |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 2223 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |