2008 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, both 2008 BMW 335 and 2008 Ford Edge were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge. 2008 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 335 | 2008 Ford Edge | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 335 | Edge |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |