2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 128 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mondeo | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2776 mm |