2009 Ford Edge vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Edge 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 9 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Edge | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |