1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500. 2006 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | B2500 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
