2005 BMW 745 vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (341 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 918 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 745 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 745 | 2009 Ford Edge | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 745 | Edge |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |