2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | V50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
