2009 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 1 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. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 289 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 2009 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
