2006 BMW 745 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 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 735 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 745 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 745. 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 59 L |
