2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Volvo V70
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 V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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 (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
