2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9 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 | 1478 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
