2010 BMW 125 vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2010 BMW 125 and 2010 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 125 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 2010 BMW 125. 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, 2010 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo. 2010 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 125 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 125 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
