2006 BMW 523 vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2006 BMW 523 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 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 523 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
