2009 BMW 550 vs. 1999 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1999 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1999 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
