2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 955 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 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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 XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2006 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
