2001 BMW M vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2001 BMW M and 2001 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Because 2001 BMW M 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 2001 BMW M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 59 L |