2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1998 Volvo S40
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S40 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1998 Volvo S40.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 1998 Volvo S40 (299 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1998 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | B2500 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2570 mm |
