2011 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW Z4 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 2012 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo. 2011 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Mondeo | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mondeo | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
