2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 428 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Sport Wagon | V70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
