2007 Ford Edge vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle

To start off, both 2007 Ford Edge and 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.

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, 2007 Ford Edge (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Edge 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Edge New Beetle
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 55 L


 

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