2004 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 BMW 318.
Because 2004 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 318 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 59 L |