2003 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
