2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mondeo would be higher. Both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2011 BMW 520 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 226 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 2011 BMW 520 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 2011 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mondeo | 520 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
