2006 Volvo S80 vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2006 Volvo S80 and 2006 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (312 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volvo S80 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Volvo | Ford |
Model | S80 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4414 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |