2007 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2008 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2008 Ford Edge | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
