2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mondeo | X3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |