2007 Ford Territory vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520.
Because 2007 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory 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, both vehicles can yield 380 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Territory | 520 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
