2009 BMW 550 vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 923 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Edge. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 550 | Edge |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |