2007 Ford Edge vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, both 2007 Ford Edge and 2007 BMW 525 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 90 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2007 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Edge | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Edge | 525 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |