Volvo V70 2013 vs Ford Mondeo 2014
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 163 HP | 180 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds | |
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Ford Mondeo is a more dynamic driving. Volvo V70 engine produces 17 HP less power than Ford Mondeo, the torque is the same for both cars. Due to the lower power, Volvo V70 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 4.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.9 l/100km | 6.6 l/100km | |
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The Volvo V70 is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Volvo V70 consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Ford Mondeo, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo V70 could require 45 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Volvo V70 consumes 0.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Ford Mondeo. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 63 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1550 km in combined cycle | 1500 km in combined cycle | |
| 1700 km on highway | 1650 km on highway | ||
| 1180 km with real consumption | 950 km with real consumption | ||
| Ground clearance: | 151 mm (5.9 inches) | 128 mm (5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo V70 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Volvo V70 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from two 4x4 versions of Volvo V70 2013 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.81 m | 4.87 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.55 m | 1.50 m | |
| Volvo V70 is 5 cm shorter than the Ford Mondeo, width is practically the same , while the height of Volvo V70 is 5 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 575 litres | 488 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1580 litres | 1585 litres | |
| Even though the car is shorter, Volvo V70 has 87 litres more trunk space than the Ford Mondeo. The Ford Mondeo may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Ford Mondeo (by 5 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 11.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo V70 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Ford Mondeo, which means Volvo V70 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`300 | 2`330 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | average | |
| Volvo V70 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Ford Mondeo has serious deffects in 15 percent more cases than Volvo V70, so Volvo V70 quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 8600 | 9200 | |
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