2010 BMW 550 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 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 2012 Ford Edge. (285 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Edge.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 550 | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| 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 | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| 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 Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
