2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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 V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mondeo | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |