2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30.
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, 2012 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | C30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
