2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 727 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mondeo | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |
