2006 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 320 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 320. 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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1357 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
