2002 Mazda Premacy vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Premacy. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Premacy | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Premacy | S40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
