2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50.
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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Premacy | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Premacy | V50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |