2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 5 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 2013 BMW 3 Series are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 67 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 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mondeo | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |