2007 Ford Edge vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Edge would be higher. 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 83 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520.
Because 2011 BMW 520 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 2011 BMW 520. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Edge | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Edge | 520 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |