2007 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 169 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1564 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |