2006 BMW M5 vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (222 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
