1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1999 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mondeo | V50 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |