1995 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1995 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo S40 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | S40 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
