2010 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 335 | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
