2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (169 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 744 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
