2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina D3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina D3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
Because 2007 Alpina D3 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 2007 Alpina D3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | D3 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
