2005 Mazda 2 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 2 and 2005 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 2 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 2 | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |