2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Alpina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Alpina would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 283 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 343 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Alpina | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |