2009 BMW 535 vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 535 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2009 BMW 535 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 2009 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
