2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 701 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 59 L |