2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Ford Edge | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Edge |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1127 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |