2006 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Ford Edge. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 221 kg more than 2006 BMW 550.
Because 2006 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge. 2012 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2012 Ford Edge | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 550 | Edge |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |