2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 102 kg more than 2012 BMW 116.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mondeo | 116 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
