2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 156 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40. 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
