2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
