2009 BMW 650 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 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 247 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2009 BMW 650 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 650. 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 650 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
