2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (137 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2000 Volvo S60 (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1437 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
