2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Alpina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Alpina would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 219 more horse power than 2013 Ford EDGE. (281 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford EDGE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 135 kg more than 2013 Ford EDGE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford EDGE. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford EDGE.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Alpina | EDGE |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 281 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2223 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |