2006 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
