2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 558 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 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2011 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mondeo | X3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |
