1999 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2011 Ford Edge.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Edge. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Edge |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
