2006 BMW 118 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2006 BMW 118 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 2006 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 118 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
