2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |