2007 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Ford Edge. (285 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
