2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
