2009 Ford Edge vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Edge | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
