2008 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Ford EDGE. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford EDGE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 362 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2013 Ford EDGE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford EDGE. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford EDGE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
