2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2003 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo. 2007 Volvo C30 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo C30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | C30 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
