2002 Mazda Demio vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2002 Mazda Demio and 2002 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1148 kg more than 2002 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda Demio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Demio. 2002 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Demio | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Demio | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2800 mm |
