2004 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2004 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
