2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 1023 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Ford Edge | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Edge |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |