1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 536 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 626 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
