2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 325 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 2011 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2011 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mondeo | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
