2012 Volvo S80 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo S80 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | S80 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 59 L |
