2009 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1751 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
