2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 and 2009 Ford Edge were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 265 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2009 Ford Edge | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 335 | Edge |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 265 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |