2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 11 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mondeo | X5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2933 mm |
