2007 Ford Edge vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 6 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 27 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Edge | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Edge | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
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 | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |