2005 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
Because 2007 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge 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, 2005 BMW 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2007 Ford Edge | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 740 | Edge |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |