2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 BMW X5

To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 982 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.

Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mondeo 2013 BMW X5
Make Ford BMW
Model Mondeo X5
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2495 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 610 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.6 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0 :1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1458 kg 2440 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4857 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2197 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1776 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2933 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 85 L


 

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