2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Volvo S40 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | S40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
