2005 Mazda Demio vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Demio and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 687 kg more than 2005 Mazda Demio. 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 V70 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Demio. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Demio | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Demio | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |