2010 BMW 550 vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Ford Edge. (285 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2011 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 550 | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
