2008 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 137 kg more than 2008 BMW 120.
Because 2008 BMW 120 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 2008 BMW 120. 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 120 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
