2007 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 56 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo. 2010 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 335 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |