2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
