2008 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2011 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 2011 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 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
