2009 BMW M6 vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2009 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
