2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 763 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |