2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Ford Edge

To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Ford Edge were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320.

Because 2007 BMW 320 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 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Edge (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 320 2007 Ford Edge
Make BMW Ford
Model 320 Edge
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 72 L


 

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