2006 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 67 kg more than 2006 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
