2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50.
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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
