2007 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 BMW 530 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 2007 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
