2010 Ford Edge vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 661 kg more than 2011 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Edge | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Edge | X3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2451 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |
